1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xantia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Ikon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |